I will be speaking at the "Converting Webinar Week" hosted by the Japan Society for Processing Technology, titled "Important Points in Selecting UV LEDs." Due to advantages such as environmental benefits, the adoption of UV LEDs in manufacturing sites is increasing. However, when it comes time to actually select a UV LED, what should we be careful about? In this webinar, I will explain common issues seen with UV LEDs, as well as important points to know during the selection process. Recommended for: - Those considering the introduction of UV LEDs for mercury-free processes - Those who are unsure about selecting UV LEDs - Those who want to know what types of UV LEDs are available, etc.

Excelsius Noble Light Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, President: Masahiko Suzuki, hereinafter referred to as "the Company") will expand its product portfolio of UV LEDs, one of the light sources for UV curing, and strengthen the provision of UV curing process solutions in new growth areas. In January 2024, the Company was absorbed by Excelsius Technologies, headquartered in the United States (hereinafter referred to as "Excelsius"), and is now handling UV LED products previously managed by its predecessor, Heraeus Noblelight Japan Co., Ltd., and Foseon Technology Japan Co., Ltd., as well as Excelsius. These products encompass a wide range of UV LED light sources for line and area irradiation as well as spot irradiation, regardless of cooling methods. As market demands become increasingly diverse, the Company has established a system that enables more detailed proposals to a broad range of industries through this product expansion.

Excelitas Noble Light Japan Co., Ltd. will strengthen the sales of its BlueLight Steri-Belt system equipped with ultraviolet lamps to food processing factories in the Japanese market. Even after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for convenience and time-saving in meal preparation continues to rise across generations. The variety of frozen foods and frozen meats has expanded, and they are being utilized in various situations due to their long shelf life and the ability to stock up. On the other hand, in terms of food safety, there is an increasing demand for thorough hygiene management in the manufacturing processes at food processing factories, including the safety of raw materials. Hygiene management programs require that equipment in contact with food undergo appropriate cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance, with the frequency and management methods left to the discretion of each company. However, the common practice of cleaning and disinfecting several times a day may be insufficient in preventing microbiological cross-contamination (the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms between foods).

I presented at the webinar "Converting Webinar," hosted by the Processing Technology Research Association, titled "Basics of Infrared Heating." This was recommended for: - Those involved in the converting industry - Those involved in heating processes - Those who want to deepen their knowledge of heating methods - Those who want to learn about the use of infrared, etc.

On June 18 (Wednesday) and 19 (Thursday) of this week, I participated as a speaker in a converting webinar hosted by the Processing Technology Research Association. The theme of this session was "The Basics of Drying Using Infrared." There are various materials that can be dried, and I provided an example of one such material, explaining how infrared can be applied and its characteristics. If you would like to watch the on-demand version, please contact us. Event Overview: Organizer: Processing Technology Research Association Date: June 18 (Wednesday), June 19 (Thursday) Our Session: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Delivery Method: Zoom